UAE student visa support.
Student residence in the UAE is sponsored by a parent who lives here or by an accredited university. We help with documents and the application.
Parent or universityAt a glance
A university certificate stating the length of study is required. Outstanding students may qualify for a Golden Visa instead.
Parent or university
Sponsor
University letter
Key document
Est. varies*
Processing
*Estimated. Processing times are set by ICP and GDRFA and vary by case.
What we help with
University sponsorship
Working with the university’s visa process.
Parent sponsorship
Applications where a UAE-resident parent sponsors the student.
Certificates
Attestation of school certificates for admission.
Golden Visa check
Whether the student may qualify as an outstanding student.
This page is general information, not legal advice. Requirements are set by the relevant authorities and can change; your advisor confirms what applies to you.
What you’ll need.
Requirements depend on the sponsor and the institution. Your advisor confirms the list.
Copy of a valid passport- Recent passport-size photo
- Certificate from the university stating the length of study
- Sponsor’s passport, residence visa and Emirates ID (if a parent sponsors)
What we handle for you
One advisor manages your file and keeps you updated at every stage.
- Choosing the right sponsor route
- Document attestation and translation
- Filing and tracking
- Medical test and biometrics booking
- Renewal reminders
How it works.
Eligibility check
We confirm the right visa type and sponsor.
Documents
We prepare, attest and translate what is needed.
Application
We file with ICP or GDRFA and track progress.
Medical & Emirates ID
Medical fitness test (18+), biometrics and residence.
All timings are estimates and depend on the authorities involved. Ask an advisor about yours.
Common questions.
Expatriate residents can sponsor sons up to the age of 25 and daughters until marriage, according to the UAE government portal. Conditions apply.
Many universities facilitate visas for their students. We can help where the family sponsors or where extra documents are needed.
Related: Work Visa · Residence Visa · Family Visa
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